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Roscommon Extended Care Center
405 River Street , Mattapan, MA 02126
"Mattapan Health & Rehabilitation Center, located in Mattapan, MA, offers a variety of care types including short-term rehabilitation care, r..."
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Nursing Home Communities in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Cambridge, MA below include 296 nursing homes with 1010 reviews.
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Wingate at Norton
184 Mansfield Ave, Norton, MA 02766
"The Residence at Great Woods, located in Norton, MA, offers a variety of care types including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Respite C..."
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Elihu White Nursing & Rehab
95 Commercial St, Braintree, MA 02184
"Royal Braintree Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Braintree, MA, offers a variety of care types including short-term rehabilitat..."
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Elizabeth Seton Residence, Inc.
125 Oakland St, Wellesley, MA 02481
"The Elizabeth Seton Residence is a newly renovated, easily accessible, sunny facility. Located in a scenic, safe, convenient suburban locati..."
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Woodbriar Rehab
90 West St, Wilmington, MA 01887
"We’re here for you. All the time, in every way. Woodbriar Health Center welcomes patients who require 24-hour nursing care and/or assistanc..."
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D'youville Transitional Care, Inc
1071 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA 01854
"D'Youville Transitional Care, Inc., situated in Lowell, Massachusetts, is a senior living provider that offers both memory care and assisted..."
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Ellis Nursing & Rehab Center
135 Ellis Ave, Norwood, MA 02062
"The Ellis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center offers compassionate care to those in need of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Own..."
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Life Care Center South Shore
309 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066
"Focusing on inpatient rehabilitation with 24-hour skilled nursing care, Life Care Center of the South Shore’s in-house team of therapists an..."
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Laurel Ridge Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
174 Forest Hills Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
"Laurel Ridge is a part of Ascentria Care Alliance, a faith-based non-profit organization that provides a variety of social service residenti..."
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CareOne at Wilmington
750 Woburn St, Wilmington, MA 01887
"CareOne at Wilmington’s long term care is designed to meet our patient’s health and personal care needs while providing an environment dedic..."
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Chestnut Hollow Apartments
141 Chestnut St, Needham, MA 02492
"Chestnut Hollow’s 1- and 2-bedroom apartments in suburban Needham uniquely meet the needs of independent seniors. If you or a parent is plan..."
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800 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01841
"Royal Wood Mill is a 94 bed facility in Lawrence, MA. We are valued for our quality clinical care, compassionate staff, pleasant surrounding..."
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201 South Huntington Ave, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
The average cost of nursing home care in Cambridge is among the highest in the state. It exceeds the Massachusetts average by more than $500 and the national average by more than $5,000. Looking at other cities across the state, Springfield is right at the state average and about $500 cheaper than Cambridge, and Barnstable Town is also about $300 less expensive. Worcester typically costs about $1,300 less per month, and Pittsfield, where costs are about $1,750 less than in Cambridge, is one of the cheapest cities in the state to find nursing care.Â
Cambridge
$13,155
Massachusetts
$12,623
United States
$7,908
Worcester
$11,863
Springfield
$12,623
Pittsfield
$11,406
Barnstable Town
$12,836
Nursing Home Costs in Cambridge, MA
Seniors in Cambridge pay a median rate of $13,155 for semiprivate nursing home rooms and $14,402 for private rooms each month.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Cambridge, MA
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
- Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
- Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
- Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Nursing home care is the most expensive care option for seniors. Those who require less care can save money with assisted living, which usually costs around $6,336 less per month. Older adults who want to stay at home can save even more money. Home care typically costs $6,292, and home health care runs around $6,244. The most affordable option is adult day health care at $1,614 per month.
In-Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living Facility
$6,819
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Nursing Home (private room)
$14,402
Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Cambridge, MA
While the cost of nursing home care in Cambridge is high, seniors have access to several agencies that can help. These agencies advocate on behalf of seniors and help them make long-term care choices. They can also help seniors find benefits to help cover care costs. The chart below highlights some of the local places where seniors can find help.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Council on Aging | (617) 349-6220 | The Cambridge Council on Aging falls under the Department of Human Services program and serves adults ages 60 and older. In addition to two senior centers, the agency offers Medicare consultations and referrals for senior programs that promote health, wellness and safety. |
| Somerville Cambridge Elder Services | (617) 628-2601 | This nonprofit offers a wide range of services, including advice, information, caregiver support and health and wellness programs. Seniors can also receive referrals for care options, and the Elder Protective Services program aims to deal with the abuse and neglect of older adults. |
| Paine Senior Services | (617) 864-2580 | Available to seniors ages 60 and older, this nonprofit organization helps families and their loved ones learn about the resources, services and benefits that can help support the elderly as they age. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (781) 586-8548 | Residents of long-term care facilities in Cambridge can get help from the state's long-term care ombudsman program through Greater Lynn Senior Services. This free program allows seniors to file complaints about the care they receive in nursing homes. |
| Door2Door Transportation | (617) 625-1191 | Cambridge residents ages 60 and older can receive door-to-door transportation for nonemergency medical appointments for a small, voluntary donation. The service uses vans with wheelchair lifts, and the drivers help passengers to the doors of all destinations. |
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Marley Tyson
5.0
Review of Sancta Maria Adult Day Health Program
My Dad has been in and out of Rehab facilities and Nursing Homes for the better part of 10 years due to multiple conditions he suffers from. We have been admitted to many facilities but none of...
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Norrinne's 4-ever daughter
1.0
Review of Neville Center at Fresh Pond for Nursing & Rehab
My Mom was in this place for back surgery rehab. If I read these reviews, before she went, SHE WOULD NEVER HAVE WENT. She was there from Feb. 28, 2020 - April 8, off and on,because she contracted...
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Just 4 hours was all it took, that was enough to know to get out
1.0
Review of Neville Center at Fresh Pond for Nursing & Rehab
This place is terrible,my father who is 84 yrs old was taken here after being discharged from Mass General Hospital, Boston with Covid-19. He spent 15 days there and barely escaped going to ICU...
